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Worried your texts are coming off a little dry? It’s not always easy to tell how your texts are sounding, especially if you’re chatting with that special someone in your life. There’s no need to worry, though—we’ve got your back. Read on for plenty of tips and tricks on how to not be a dry texter. In just a few minutes, you’ll be able to take your texting game to the next level!

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Craft texts that are more than 1 word long.

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  1. Texts like “hey” and “hi” are easy to send, but can be a bit tricky to respond to. Longer messages are way more fun to reply to and show that you’re really interested and engaged in the conversation. Here are a few ideas to help you get started:
    • “Hey there! You ready for the science test today?”
    • “OMG you won’t believe the dog I just passed on my walk today 😭”
    • “My sister just took me to a cat cafe and it was the cutest thing ever 🥺🐈 We’ve got to go together sometime!”
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Recall the little details they mention.

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  1. Maybe your texting partner had a big test coming up, or they were stressing about an upcoming vet appointment for their pup. Shoot over a quick text to see how things are going—they’ll be touched that you cared enough to remember and ask. [2]
    • “Hey there! I know you mentioned your sister checked into the hospital last week. I hope she’s doing okay, and I’m wishing you and your family the best! ❤”
    • “How’d that math test go? I know you studied a lot last week.”
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Invest yourself in the conversation.

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  1. Yes, texting is meant to be a quick, on-the-go way of chatting with people—but that doesn’t mean your texts should sound super dry and detached. Take all the time you need to really read through the other person’s text, so you can send a thoughtful, engaging reply.
    • What Not to Say:
      • Them: “I just got a raise at my job!”
        You: “Oh, that’s cool”
    • What to Say:
      • Them: “I just got a raise at my job!”
        You: “That’s awesome! I’m so proud of you. You totally deserve this! 🥳💗”
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Reply promptly.

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  1. A quick reply shows you’re interested and invested in the conversation. Let’s be real—texting convos are way more fun when you have a regular back-and-forth. While you don’t have to reply immediately to a message, do your best to reply within a few minutes so you seem really engaged in the convo.
    • If you’re busy or in the middle of something, just reply when you’re free and able to text. You could say something like “Sorry I missed this! I was at the grocery store” or “So sorry for the late reply. I was just getting caught up on the math homework, LOL”
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Shoot over something flirty.

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  1. An obviously flirty message will keep your texting partner on their toes. Set a flirty tone by sending a pic of something that reminds you of them, or by subtly hinting that you both should get together sometime. [7] Your texts will be fun and interesting to read, and they definitely won’t come across as dry.
    • “Was at the LEGO Store with my nephew and saw the Seinfeld LEGO set. It totally reminded me of you! We should marathon it sometime at my place 👀”
    • “You like slasher movies?! We’ve gotta watch one together sometime 🤩”
    Gregg Michaelsen, Dating Coach

    A clever turn of phrase, a compliment, witty banter — texts that genuinely connect on an emotional level can be just as tantalizing as face-to-face chemistry. The same lighthearted rapport we enjoy live can happen digitally when we communicate in ways that engage the imagination and heart.

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Ask their opinion on something.

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  1. The only thing worse than a dry text conversation is one-sided one. Keep things interesting asking for the other person’s opinion on something. You’ll learn more about them all while having a super-fun conversation —everybody wins!
    • “I’ve gotta know. Are you on Team Coke or Team Pepsi?”
    • “What’s your favorite pizza topping? Fair warning, I might judge you a little bit if you say anchovies 🤢”
    • “What’s your favorite movie genre? May or may not be taking notes for next weekend 👀”
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  1. Made yourself a 5-star PB&J for lunch? Drop a pic in the chat. Had the craziest dream last night? Spill all of the chaotic, zany details over text. It’s impossible for the other person to be bored when you’re sharing tons of interesting stories in your texting convo.
    • ”I think even Gordon Ramsey would like this shrimp scampi I made 😤”
    • “Guess who just stuck a red sock in their white laundry load?”
    • “I’m technically a Sagittarius, but if you followed the 13-zodiac sign system I’d actually be an Ophiuchus 🤔”
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Say something random.

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  1. Did you know that Filipino McDonald’s has spaghetti on the menu, or that strawberries aren’t technically berries? Well, you know now, but your texting partner definitely won’t! A fun fact or other random message is sure to surprise them and keep your conversation super interesting.
    • “Super random, but I learned today that Basenji dogs yodel instead of bark?? They’re so cute, I’m actually obsessed!”
    • “This is totally random, but I learned that some people apparently make mozzarella cheese with water buffalo milk? I have so many questions 🤔”
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      Tips

      • Being an interesting texter is one thing, but you don’t want to come off as overly eager, either! Give the other person the time and space to respond instead of sending a ton of messages at once.
      • If the person is not engaging with you in conversation, try to have them call you and see how things go. If they don't have time for anything other than dry texting, you're better off with someone else.
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